park maintenance worker

Competition # : 49647 Department: Natural ResourcesLocation: LUNENBURGType of Employment: SeasonalUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 28-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About Us Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources ? including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province. For more information on the department view our website: https://novascotia.ca/natr About Our Opportunity Are you a nature enthusiast who enjoys working outside? Do you excel at providing helpful advice and guidance to others? Do you enjoy working with your hands, seeing projects through to completion in a safe and efficient manner? If you answered yes to the above questions, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as a Park Caretaker. The Assistant Park Caretaker reports directly to the Area/District Supervisor or designate as specified. As the Assistant Park Caretaker, you are responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the designated Day Use Park(s) including: all infrastructure, vehicles, grounds and equipment. Primary Accountabilities You will also be responsible for: Infrastructure maintenance, vehicles, grounds and equipmentEnsuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and department policies.Actively participating in the implementation of departmental OH&S Policy and Programs.Providing visitor information.Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance.Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to conservation officers. Qualifications and Experience This could be the right job for you if you have the following skills and experience: Two (2) years of related experience, which can include:General carpentry, building and grounds maintenance, general machine maintenance.Use of tractors, ride-on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.Valid NS Class 5 driver's license or equivalent.Valid (Standard) First Aid Certificate and WHMIS training.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements.Customer service training.Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of Regulations in a public setting; andKnowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations. We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees. Working Conditions Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be willing to attend department training in duties related to this position.As part of a team, the Assistant Park Caretaker is expected to work effectively with due regard to personal and co-worker safety and cooperation. Most tasks will be in an outdoor environment and may involve strenuous activities in varied weather conditions and extremes. Employee walks for extended periods of time and distance over Location Lunenburg , NS Work location On site Salary $ 17.00 to $ 28.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Seasonal employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source CareerBeacon #2237174 Various locations Lunenburg, NS